Physics - master

This Master´s program in Physics offers four different disciplines:

• Earth Observation - With a focus on remote sensing you will learn more about the analysis of satellite images through fields such as signal and image processing, statistics and pattern recognition.
• Electrical Engineering - This discipline focuses on sensor technology, ultrasound, nanoscopy and microscopy, optics and machine learning. All areas provide solutions for technological demands in our modern society.
• Energy and Climate - In this discipline you will learn more about green technology through sustainable and renewable energies such as solar, wind and nuclear fusion energy. You can learn about the complex climate system, fluid dynamics and mathematical modelling.
• Space Physics - Introduction to both plasma physics and the physics in the upper atmosphere and ionosphere. You will also learn about space weather, which is crucial for satellite communication.

Each discipline covers different fields of physics tightly linked to the respective research group that is relevant to the chosen field. Throughout the master program, you will work closely with this research group. You will be working with practical and theoretical problems, using state-of-the-art equipment and modern techniques for solving research and industrial problems.

A Master´s degree in Physics will give you the following;

Knowledge

The candidate:

· has a solid basis in natural sciences in general, and in particular in physics

· has advanced knowledge of theory and methods in one of the offered disciplines of physics

· has thorough knowledge about mathematical and statistical methods for analysis of physical problems

· can apply knowledge on new areas of research in one of the offered disciplines of physics

· has good knowledge of scientific method and knows how to conduct a research experiment

· can analyse and assess scientific literature and research in the field of physics

Skills

The candidate:

· can use scientific measurement equipment and carry out advanced experiments

· can evaluate and analyse measurement data in a critical manner

· can assess sensors and measurement devices and evaluate and quantify their error sources

· can use programming tools and advanced software for solving physical problems numerically

· can work independently with problem solving following scientific method

· can evaluate and analyse published theories, methods and experiments in the physics literature

· can carry out an independent, limited research or development project under supervision in physics or related areas

Competences

The candidate:

· displays good communication skills, oral and written, in the presentation of scientific work for both the general public and for the specialists in the field

· can analyse academic, professional and research ethical problems in the field of physics

· displays good working habits and follows the code of ethics in scientific work

· is able to continue a career within research, teaching, production, development and technical professions in the society

· can produce a well-structured presentation of an extensive independent scientific work

· can contribute to new thinking and innovation processes in the field of physics

The program leads to a wide variety of career options both domestic and abroad within research, industry and administration.

You will have the opportunity to work with:
- Earth observation
- Application and system development
- Climate and energy management
- Consulting
- Environmental monitoring
- Climate modelling
- Sensor technology
- Rocket and space research
- Statistic analysis